3
recalls
The Volkswagen Syncro has 3 recalls covering 16,139 vehicles as reported; model year 1987 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 1987: 2
Units affected
16K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
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To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volkswagen Syncro by component
- Fuel system, gasoline2 · 16K units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 300 units
Volkswagen Syncro recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 1989 | Volkswagen Camper, Syncro, Vanagon (1987-1989): Vehicle speed controlNo. 89V067000 | Crash risk | 300 |
| Apr 14, 1987 | Volkswagen Camper, Syncro, Vanagon (1986-1987): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 87V052000 | Poisoning | 15,500 |
| Apr 14, 1987 | Volkswagen Syncro, Vanagon (1986): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 87V051000 | Fire | 339 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1989 Volkswagen Syncro recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1989 Volkswagen Syncro. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Syncro have?
3 recalls cover the Volkswagen Syncro, for 16,139 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is fuel system, gasoline (2 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.